Re: [GSAS-Member] Has anyone had trouble with CO2 poisoning?

[Meg Apshaga <meg1220@gmail.com>]

Hi!  New member here.  Been lurking for a while (I've learned so much
already!), but I thought I'd weigh in here.
Symptoms of CO2 exposure include increased breathing rate, dizziness,
elevated heartrate, chest "heaviness", headache, visual disturbances.  I
think that "visual disturbances" does not refer to irritation, but rather
seeing spots, or having "tunnel vision".  In a situation like yours, it
would be likely that if there were excess CO2 in your office, any problems
you would have would be due to the displacement of oxygen by CO2 in the
room, rather than the CO2 itself.  I'd recommend that any time you are using
tanks of CO2, you make sure to have a source of fresh air.  Displacement of
oxygen would cause the same symptoms as above, with drowsiness, as well,
and, in severe cases death is a possibility (as would be obvious from
breathing air that lacks enough oxygen).  Just in case, definitely check
your system for leaks, esp. if you have no ventilation.

Meghan



On Thu, Jan 7, 2010 at 10:09 AM, Jeff <jeff@gotperk.com> wrote:

> I have my 260g with direct co2 injection in my enclosed office which is
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> about 12x18 with no ventilation; my eyes are burning today; has anyone had
> any trouble being in close proximity to their tanks on extended periods
> (8-10hrs) with co2? Thanks for your help, Jeff A.
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